A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Dear Neighbor:
This week, we continue to highlight some important causes that this month recognizes including Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month.
Last week, I mentioned the importance of recognizing the contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders and highlighted an organization that works to support the AAPI community, the Asian American Alliance in South Jersey. For this week, I’d like to turn to Jewish American Heritage Month, when we similarly recognize and celebrate the many important ways Jewish Americans have contributed to our culture and history for hundreds of years. It also provides us with an opportunity to reiterate our steadfast support of our Jewish community and unequivocally denounce anti-Semitism in all forms.
I’d like to shine a light on an organization that does fantastic work in our community, the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey. The Jewish Federation has been a pillar in our community for more than 70 years, and provides a wide array of often vital services to seniors, families, individuals with special needs and many others. You can learn more about their work at JewishSouthJersey.org. The National Museum of American Jewish History, located just over the river in Philadelphia, is also providing many free, virtual resources and events focused on the American Jewish experience all month long. For more information, visit nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month.
We should also use this month to take a step back and talk open and honestly about mental health. So many people who struggle with mental health often carry the additional burden of feeling ashamed, making it even harder to seek out help. We all have a part to play in breaking the stigma. If you or someone you know is in need of mental health assistance, please consider reaching out to New Jersey Mental Health Cares at 1-866-202-Help (4357).
I know we are all relieved to hear the Governor has lifted restrictions on more activities including indoor dining and outdoor gatherings as a result of the continuing downward trend of new COVID cases and hospitalizations and the increase in COVID vaccinations. While Town Hall and township municipal services have been fully operational throughout the pandemic, the ongoing decline in Covid-19 cases and relaxation of state restrictions means Cherry Hill Town Hall is now able to open up a little more as well, and so I’m very happy to announce that the Tax Office will be opening in-person services this Monday, May 17 - followed shortly thereafter by a reopening of in-person services for additional township departments.
I’d like to encourage residents and those with business before the township to continue interacting with us virtually and through our drop boxes. I know this small step toward a return to normalcy is welcomed by our municipal employees and residents alike. Stay tuned for more details in the coming days and weeks.
Please continue to stay safe.
Sincerely,
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Mayor Attends Eid Celebration |
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On Thursday, Mayor Angulo was honored to be asked to attend the Eid celebration at Connolly Park in Voorhees. Eid Mubarak to all those who celebrate! |
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Mayor and Council Recognize Cherry Hill Resident |
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During Monday’s Council Meeting, Mayor Angulo and Township Council recognized Cherry Hill resident, Amy Breslow.
Recently, Amy was recognized by the American Red Cross New Jersey Region for her commitment to humanitarian aid efforts locally, nationally and internationally, and for providing aid to those in need to improve the welfare of the community. Amy’s husband, Brett, battled COVID in the Intensive Care Unit at Cooper University Hospital. She turned to the media to share Brett’s story and save the lives of others. She advocated to advance the investigation of new COVID therapies like Convalescent Plasma and encouraged families to take the virus seriously. Since then, Amy and her family started a fund to furnish every ICU bed with an iPad to aide communication between patients and families, and between families and health care teams. The Cooper Foundation has coordinated with this fund to ensure its success.
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Mayor Announces Art Blooms Winners |
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During Monday's Council Meeting, Mayor Angulo announced the winners of Art Blooms.
Out of 131 submissions, 78 were chosen to be featured in our gallery at the Croft Farm Arts Center and our virtual gallery. The works spanned many different styles and subjects. Some gave us a glimpse into life during a pandemic, others captured the majestic beauty of our natural spaces, and some showed us just how powerful a portrait can be.
Thank you to the jurors, LiQin Tan and Mark Allen Natale, for their work in selecting our winners.
First Place: Gwynn DiPilla for her piece, “Gone But Not Forgotten”.
Second Place: Stephen Thompson for his piece “Lemmy”.
Third Place: Elizabeth Jonghyun Kwon for her piece entitled “Near & Dear”.
Congratulations to all of the winner and participants. The gallery is now available in-person at Croft Farm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 4- 7 p.m., now through June 4 or you can view the online gallery.
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Councilwoman Attends Strike Out For Cancer Event |
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On Wednesday, Councilwoman Roskoph attended the Strike Out for Cancer special event softball game hosted by Cherry Hill West Softball teams. This year, the fundraiser benefitted the The Cooper Foundation's MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper Fund.
The team presented the Cooper Foundation with a $660 check in honor of Claire Burke from funds raised at the game!
Cherry Hill’s exceptional youth sports programs are instrumental in teaching important lessons that will last a lifetime, including the value of hard work, dedication, and teamwork.
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Kids to Park Day is Saturday, May 15! |
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Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.
COVID-19 has impacted everyone and has limited our ability to interact with our beloved national, local, and state parks. With this in mind, this year, the Park Trust will not be promoting “special” park events but instead encouraging people nationwide to celebrate the day at local parks and public lands with their household groups or established COVID “bubbles”, focusing on close-to-home outdoor spaces and experiences.
Cherry Hill Township has 2 FUN WAYS for you and your family to enjoy our Parks.
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See what score you can get through the Multi-Park Scavenger Hunt
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Go to any Cherry Hill Park and see if you can find everything on this checklist!
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All delinquencies are subject to tax sale as of May 11, 2021.
All outstanding sewer, property tax, or other municipal charges must have been paid by 5:00 p.m. on May 10, 2021 in order to avoid this process.
Payments can be made in the following ways:
- By mailing a check to the Cherry Hill Township Tax Collector's Office, 820 Mercer Street Cherry Hill, NJ 08002.
- By physically dropping off your cash or check payment at the Cherry Hill Municipal Building located 820 Mercer Street. Please put your cash or check in an envelope addressed to the Tax Collector’s Office and place it in the mail slot located on the second set of double doors at the back entrance to the Municipal Building.
- Payments can be made by credit card, debit card or electronic check (e-check) on the Township’s secure website at https://www.cherryhill-nj.com/193/Tax-Collector.
- Payment can also be made by the Pay by Phone feature:
- For taxes: 855-472-2993 / For sewer: 855-472-2990
- To pay taxes you will need your tax account id number.
- To pay sewer you will need your sewer account id number.
- These account id numbers can be located on the bills that you receive.
- Easy to use payment feature – simply follow the prompts.
Cherry Hill Township will hold its annual tax sale on June 29, 2021 for delinquent taxes, delinquent Township sewer, delinquent Camden County (CCMUA) sewer, and other municipal charges.
Please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at (856) 488-7880 for more information or email the Tax Collector at credmond@chtownship.com.
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Indoor & Outdoor Summer Classes |
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This spring, Cherry Hill Recreation will be holding virtual and outdoor classes for children and adults. Classes ranging from exercise to hobbies will be offered for young and old.
To sign up for classes, follow the link below.
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New Help Available for Rent or Mortgage Payments |
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The township is launching a new Rental & Mortgage Assistance program designed to help residents who have had difficulty affording their rent or mortgage payments due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The program is available to both renters and homeowners in the township whose income has been negatively impacted by the pandemic, and who qualify as low- or moderate-income.
Assistance will be offered for up to three months, and can be used to cover either current payments or payments for multiple past months, dating back to March 1, 2020.
The Township will begin accepting applications online beginning May 15, 2021 and funds will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Prior to beginning your online application process, please take some time to review which documents you are required to submit so you can have them prepared ahead of time. A full list of required documents, eligibility information and program details is available at http://www.cherryhill-nj.com/COVIDHousingAssistance.
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Flagging with JFCS for Memorial Day 2021 |
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In cooperation with their community partners, Jewish War Veterans Post 126, The Camden County Board of Commissioners, and the American Legion Post 372, JFCS has several options this year to flag graves to honor veterans for Memorial Day.
Space is limited and advance registration is required. Flagging instructions will be shared promptly at the times listed.
OPTION 1:
Join JFCS on behalf of the Jewish War Veterans Post 126 to flag approximately 1200 graves.
Wed, May 19 at Crescent Memorial Park at 10:30AM
7349 Westfield Ave, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110
OPTION 2:
Join JFCS and the Camden County Board of Commissioners to flag approximately 1500 graves.
Fri, May 21 at Harleigh Cemetery from 10AM – 1PM
1640 Haddon Ave, Camden, NJ 08103
OPTION 3:
Join JFCS and the Camden County Board of Commissioners to flag approximately 1,000 graves (Evergreen Cemetery is directly across the street from the New Camden Cemetery)
Fri, May 21 at New Camden Cemetery & Evergreen Cemetery from 9AM - 12PM
Mt. Ephraim Ave, Camden, NJ 08104
OPTION 4:
The American Legion Post 372 of Cherry Hill will flag approximately 2,200 graves. This is NOT open to the public, but you may watch it virtually on May 29.
Sun, May 23 at Locustwood Cemetery
These events will be held rain or shine. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. You may bring a brush to clean off graves and a hammer to help push the flags into the ground.
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Save the Date: Dancing with the Cherry Hill Stars |
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2021 Dancing with Cherry Hill Stars:
- Mayor Susan Shin Angulo and Dr. Joseph Meloche
- Mary Capurso and Alan Saperstein
- Jon Cohen and Lisa Silver
- Carlton Faria and Sarah DuVall
- Ben Landsburg and Jodi Raditz
- Sharyn McTaggart and Sean McTaggart
- Tavit Murray and Julia Reese
- Joy Patterson and Rebekah Gross
- Colleen Rubini and Joe DeMarco
- Kristen Smith and Jason Fazio
- Lauren, GeorgiaMae and Joey Giordano
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Important Dates for New Jersey's Primary Election |
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The New Jersey's Primary Election is on June 8, 2021. If you requested a Vote By Mail ballot, you should've received it by May 7, 2021. When you’re ready, fill yours out and then Sign, Seal & Return it by mail, at a secure drop box or in person at your County Board of Elections office.
May 18
Voter Registration Deadline
June 8
Primary Election
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Request For In-Home Vaccination |
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The New Jersey State Department of Health is collecting information for homebound residents who are in need of an in-home covid vaccination. Please visit and enter your info at covid19.nj.gov/homeboundvax or call 855-568-0545 to get connected with help. Providing information through this survey tool does not schedule an appointment for in-home vaccination; it is for planning purposes only.
Individuals who are Medicaid members can schedule transportation to a vaccine appointment by calling Modivcare at 1-866-527-9933 at least 48 hours before the appointment. Please be sure to mention that the trip is for vaccination.
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National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Habitat |
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The Cherry Hill Environmental Board has just registered the Barclay Farmstead Community Garden as a National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Habitat.
The gardens, surrounding open space and stream all provide food, water and cover for pollinators, amphibians and other valuable native species.
Cherry Hill is on its way to becoming one of only 135 towns in the country to hold the distinction of being certified by the NWF as a Wildlife Habitat Community. Help our township reach this goal, and be featured here in the Mayor’s weekly email by registering your own property at NWF.org/certify.
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Information for Cherry Hill Residents Regarding COVID-19 |
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Stay up to date with the latest information regarding COVID-19 in Cherry Hill. Find information such as the following:
- How to Conduct Township Business
- Closures throughout Town
- Helpful Links and Resources
- FAQs
- Information for Local Businesses
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Upcoming Virtual Township Meetings |
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In order to join the virtual meetings, please refer to the log-in information and links on our website under the calendar section.
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Department of Public Works |
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The Department of Public Works Administrative Offices will remain closed to the public until further notice. Public Works will be continuing to provide services to the best of their ability. If you have an emergency matter that requires immediate assistance, residents should call (856) 424-4422 during business hours or the police non-emergency at (856) 665-1200 after hours and on weekends. |
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Special Yard Waste Collection for Cherry Hill Estates |
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In light of the significant storm debris clean-up in Cherry Hill Estates, Mayor Susan Shin Angulo and the Department of Public Works have announced special expanded services to help residents dispose of the higher volume of storm-related debris and yard waste. Residents in Cherry Hill Estates have until Friday, May 14, 2021 to get their debris to the curb for this storm-related yard waste collection. Please note: Debris will be collected on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
During this period, normal weight and bundling restrictions will be relaxed, and Township personnel will collect any yard debris residents can move to the curb. Please note: We cannot accommodate requests to move trees or large limbs from private property. We will only collect debris that has been placed at the curb, and cut to a size that can be handled by one person.
Yard-waste that meets our standard weight and bundling guidelines (cut to 4-foot lengths and placed in bundles no more than 50 lbs. each) may still be placed curbside for standard weekly collection.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation as we attempt to help ease clean-up efforts. For questions or concerns, call the Department of Public Works at (856) 424-4422
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Although, Township offices are closed to the public, our Senior Services Coordinator is still responding to voicemail and email. Please note that during this time, senior bus services are currently suspended. If you have any questions regarding Cherry Hill Senior Services, please contact Gaye Pino by email or (856) 661-4800.
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We all know that daily exercise is good for our bodies but studies show that daily exercise is good for our brains as well. Aerobic exercise helps get blood circulated to the brain which helps with brain health also certain brain activities give the brain a work out, puzzles, cards and brain games like Lumosity can all be beneficial. AARP has a a program called Staying Sharp that is free to AARP members, just visit the AARP website.
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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CHPL Hours of Operation
The Cherry Hill Public Library is open to the public for limited browsing (60 minutes maximum) and Contactless Pickup by appointment. Visit us Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Computer Lab open during open hours of operation. Masks and social distancing required in the building at all times.
T-shirt Design Contest Deadline Extended!
Are you creative and you love CHPL? Show your enthusiasm by designing an original t-shirt design in our contest. The winning design will win a gift card, in two age categories! We are hosting a t-shirt design contest. Info available online; open to all ages. The winning designs will be available for purchase on t-shirts as a Library fundraiser! Deadline for entries: May 31. Learn More.
Flea Market Vendors Still Being Accepted!
Interested in selling some goods at the Flea Market on Saturday, June 12 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the library parking lot? $5 per space. Email Jennie at jpurcell@chplnj.org for more info or register online.
Diffuser Lava Bead Bracelet Virtual Workshop
Monday, June 7 from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Design and make a stack of stretchy bracelets out of a sorbet selection of diffuser lava beads, real semi-precious stones, crystals, and accent beads. Learn the secret to tying a knot using elastic. Add your essential oils and apply it to your lava bead bracelets for a calming effect. $20 per person. Most supplies provided. Register here.
Catalog Highlights in May
Check out this month’s choice of lists in our online catalog. Learn more about the Max S. Bass Collection, Nurse, EMS, and Teachers Appreciation Week, Asian American Pacific Islander Reads for Kids & tens, and Mental Health Awareness on our website.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Visit our website for a comprehensive Mental Health Resource Guide. If you need assistance, email our librarians at chplref@chplnj.org. Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. NJ Hope & Healing offers a virtual presentation called “Resiliency for You.” Discuss common reactions to the pandemic, ways to cope with stress and compassion fatigue, and how to refuel your resiliency. Register here.
Sign up for the library’s enewsletter!
Get emails containing significant library information, important announcements, special events, fun pictures, and more! Email info@chplnj.org and include your name and email address to be added.
Donations
Donations of books and other materials are accepted. Drop off of items at the side entrance (closer to Friendship Grove) Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please do not bring donations into the building through the Main Entrance. For more information, click here. We also collect gently used jewelry and accessories all year. Please drop off items in the Admin Office.
FAQs
Upcoming Programs
Among Us: Kids Virtual Gaming Night
Monday, May 17 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
We are hunting for the imposter among us! Can you stop them before they destroy the ship and all of your crewmates? Download the game "Among Us" before joining the event. Available for free on app stores via a phone or tablet. Once registered, you will receive the Zoom information for the hang out. For grades 1- 5. Register here.
The Babysitters Club: Virtual Book Club
Tuesday, May 18 from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Join our third meeting of the BSC book club! If you've watched the new Netflix Babysitter's Club series, checked out the graphic novels, or read the original books, then you won't want to miss our BSC virtual book club. We will be discussing, Mary Anne Saves the Day, taking quizzes and having fun with trivia. Open to grades 1 – 6. For more info and to register, click here.
Teen Book Club: Mental Health Month
Tuesday, May 18 from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to join our virtual no-stress Teen Book Club. Bring your own book that relates to Mental Health to share with other readers and collect new reading recommendations! Register here.
CHPL Animal Crossing Open Hours
Wednesday, May 19 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
We have a CHPL Teens Discord Server! Use our #animal-crossing text channel to chat with other Animal Crossing players. Teens can join the server by emailing Jasmine at jriel@chplnj.org for an invite. Include your name, grade, school, and Discord username if you already have one. New Discord users can create an account for free at https://discord.com/. Animal Crossing New Horizons players of all ages are invited to open play at CHPL Cove. Pick fruit, catch bugs, visit our virtual branch and museum, and swap recipes, fossils, furniture and clothing! Add the library's Nintendo Friend Code, SW-7377-8544-2015, then once playing ACNH, visit your airport, and select "visit through online play" to find us. Note: Animal Crossing requires a Nintendo Online subscription for online play.
College Funding Virtual Workshop
Wednesday, May 19 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
This complimentary workshop is designed to help families with children of any age figure out how to pay for college without jeopardizing retirement. Learn how to reduce out of pocket costs, financial aid, discounts from colleges, and more. Presented by Cornerstone College Solutions. Register here.
Rhyme Time Live
Thursday, May 20 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Meet us on Zoom to develop baby's motor, sensory and early literacy skills. Join us for short books, songs, movement and more! Designed for children ages 0-23 months. Register here.
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